About the Sony XBA-2iP
Deep bass in a small headphone
Deep bass in a small headphone
Looking for powerful bass response in a comfortable in-ear headphone? Sony's XBA-2iP headphones not only combine detailed, balanced sound with an in-line remote, but give your music an extra bass boost that your old headphones might be missing.
Dual balanced armatures for crisp highs and powerful lows
How does Sony deliver clear sound with deep bass in such a small headphone? By utilizing balanced armature technology. Unlike dynamic drivers in typical headphones, the XBA-2iP's drivers employ a pivoting magnetic arm to generate crystal clear sound. Each earbud of the XBA-2iP includes two micro drivers: one full-range driver and one dedicated woofer, precision-tuned to make vocals sparkle, guitars shine and bass rumble.
Size is everything
When you're on the go, a compact, in-ear headphone won't slow you down. That's another advantage of balanced armature technology. Each driver is fine-tuned by Sony engineers to ensure that small size equals robust sound, while fitting comfortably in your ear. An assortment of interchangeable ear tips ensures a snug fit that keeps noise out and your music in.
Remotely control your iPod® or iPhone®
Control your iPod or iPhone without even touching it. The XBA-2iP's cord features a built-in remote, giving you easy volume and track control. The remote's built-in microphone lets you seamlessly make and answer calls while your iPhone remains safely nestled in your pocket or bag. The remote also supports Apple VoiceOver, allowing compatible iPods to tell you title and artist info for the current track.
*Works with iPad, iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPod classic 120GB & 160 GB (2009), iPod nano 4th, 5th & 6th generation, iPod shuffle 3rd & 4th generation, and iPod touch 2nd, 3rd & 4th generation.
Product highlights:
- 2 balanced armature micro drivers per earbud:
- full-range, for balanced sound and clarity
- woofer, for improved bass response
- in-line remote to control playback and adjust volume on iPod®, iPad®, and iPhone®*
- remote has a built-in microphone for answering calls on your iPhone
- 4 pairs of hybrid silicone ear tips included for optimum comfort and sound quality
- 3 pairs of noise isolation ear tips with urethane foam for sealing in sound
- 48" oxygen-free copper cable with gold-plated stereo mini plug
- cord adjustment slider for a comfortable fit
- nylon carrying case included
- frequency response: 4-25,000 Hz
- sensitivity: 108 dB
- impedance: 12 ohms
- weight: .21 oz.
- warranty: 90 days
- MFR # XBA2IP
What's in the box:
- In-ear headphones (with in-line remote/mic and attached 48" cable terminated by a right-angle 3.5mm connector)
- 4 Pair of silicone ear tips (SS/S/M/L)
- 3 Pair of silcone/foam ear tips (S/M/L)
- Cord adjuster
- Clothing clip
- Carrying case
- Operating Instructions
- Warranty Card
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Features & specs
| General | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fit Style | In-ear/Earbud | |
| Earcup Type | Closed | |
| Earcup Width x Height | 0.345 x 0.435 | |
| Noise-canceling | No | |
| Bluetooth | No | |
| Bluetooth Version | --- | |
| Single-earbud Operation | --- | |
| Mic For Taking Calls | Yes | |
| Voice Assistant Access | ||
| Amazon Alexa | No | |
| Google Assistant | No | |
| Siri | No | |
| Connectors | ||
| 3.5mm | No | |
| 1/4" | No | |
| Lightning | No | |
| 4.4mm balanced | No | |
| XLR4 balanced | No | |
| 2.5mm | No | |
| Other | None | |
| Specs | ||
| Frequency Response | 4-25k Hz | |
| Sensitivity | 108 dB | |
| Impedance | 12 Ohms | |
| Weight | .21 ounces | |
| Cord Length | 48" | |
| Parts Warranty | 90 Days | |
| Labor Warranty | 90 Days | |
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Features
Dual Balanced Armature Drivers: The Sony XBA Series in-ear headphones (XBA-2iP) are outfitted with Sony's newly developed Balanced Armature driver units engineered for crisp, balanced sound of incredible depth and precision. Infused with premium audio technology, even the most subtle musical nuances are delivered with tremendous clarity and detail. Compared to conventional dynamic drivers, two Balanced Armature drivers (full-range and woofer) deliver crystal-clear vocals and profound bass. Plus, these micro-sized drivers are meticulously pre-tuned by Sony engineers to reproduce a balanced high to low frequency response and emphasize key sound characteristics to enhance your music.
Double Layer Housing: A specially made inner housing constructed of liquid crystal polymer holds the driver units rigidly in place for super smooth frequency response. Enclosed in an ABS outer housing that suppresses unwanted vibrations, this innovative double layer design delivers crystal-clear mid to high range sound and overall crisp, rich audio.
Noise Isolation Design: Because Balanced Armature drivers sport an ultra compact design for a smaller overall form factor, they slip easily inside the ear for a snug, more natural-feeling fit. The result is reduced ambient noise and limited sound leakage.
Multiple Ear Tips: The Sony XBA Series in-ear headphones come with 4 sizes of silicone ear tips (ss/s/m/l) and 3 size of silicone/foam ear tips (s/m/l) to ensure a tailored fit that further maximizes overall sound quality and comfort.
In-Line Remote + Mic: The in-line remote gives you volume and track controls (Play, Stop, Next/Previous) for your iPod, iPhone, or iPad; and the built-in microphone makes it easy to take calls from your iPhone. A simple press of a button activates VoiceOver mode, allowing your Apple device to state the name of the currently playing song or playlist. Apple device compatibility as of 8/16/2012:
| iPod Model | Generation | Tested Version | Audio Output | In-Line Remote | In-Line Mic | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Connector | Audio Playback | Playback Controls | VoiceOver | Answer/End Call | Voice Control | Hands-Free Communication | |||
| Shuffle | 1st | n/a | Y | Y | N | N | N | N | N |
| 2nd | n/a | Y | Y | N | N | N | N | N | |
| 3rd | n/a | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | N | N | |
| 4th | n/a | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | N | N | |
| dock connector | 3rd | 2.0.2 | Y | Y | N | N | N | N | N |
| clickwheel color | 4th | 3.1.1 | Y | Y | N | N | N | N | N |
| mini | 1st | 1.4.1 | Y | Y | N | N | N | N | N |
| 2nd | 1.4.1 | Y | Y | N | N | N | N | N | |
| video | 5th | 1.3 | Y | Y | N | N | N | N | N |
| classic | 80GB | 1.1.2 | Y | Y | N | N | N | N | N |
| 120GB | 2.0.1 | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | N | |
| 160GB | 2.0.4 | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | N | |
| nano | 1st | 1.3.1 | Y | Y | N | N | N | N | N |
| 2nd | 1.1.3 | Y | Y | N | N | N | N | N | |
| 3rd | 1.1.3 | Y | Y | N | N | N | N | N | |
| 4th | 1.0.4 | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | N | |
| 5th | 1.0.2 | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | N | |
| 6th | 1.1 PC | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | N | |
| touch | 1st | 2.2.1 | Y | Y | N | N | N | N | N |
| 2nd | 4.2.1 | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | N | |
| 3rd | 5.0.1 | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | N | |
| 4th | 5.1.1 | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | N | |
| iPhone | 2G | 3.1.3 | Y | Y | N | N | N | N | N |
| 3G | 4.2.1 | Y | Y | N | N | N | N | N | |
| 3GS | 4.3.5 | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
| 4 | 5.1.1 | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
| 4S | 5.1.1 | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
| iPhone | 1 | 5.1.1 | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | N |
| 2 | 5.1.1 | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | N | |
Note: Apple iPod/iPhone software updates may change functionality results. If you download a newer software version, you may need to reset your iPod/iPhone to regain functionality. If this doesn't work, you may need to wait until a newer software update is available.
Headphone Cable w/ 3.5mm Connector: The Sony XBA-2iP in-ear headphones feature an attached 48" audio cable terminated by a right-angle 3.5mm connector. An included clothing clip and cord adjuster help prevent the cable from moving around too much and tangling up.
Carrying Case: The Sony XBA-2iP comes with hard carrying case to store and transport the headphones.
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